Special Education Teacher

Special Education Teacher

Job : 5702229

Final date to receive applications: Posted until filled

Posted: May 08, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Jul 28, 2026

Position Type: Full‑Time Salary

Salary: $54,922 to $56,533

Position Summary: Responsive Ed Special Education teachers are responsible for the achievement and support of students with intensive special needs. Special education teachers work with students who have a wide range of learning, cognitive, emotional, and physical disabilities. They provide the crucial bridge between home and school for students with significant needs and their families. They partner with parents, special education teachers, service providers, and administrators to develop and implement individualized education plans to meet the needs of students with disabilities and ensure compliance with all federal, state, and district SPD requirements.

• Must have a Bachelor's degree from an accredited four‑Year College or University, preferably in the area of Special Education.
• Valid Texas teaching certificate in the area of Special Education. (If alternative certified, letter of eligibility for special education certification is required)
• Additional grade level or content area certification may be required for select positions.

• A passion for students, especially students with disabilities.
• Ability and patience to work interactively with students, especially students with disabilities.
• Advanced knowledge of and compliance with federal and state special education law.
• Working knowledge of and compliance with individualized services for students with disabilities.
• Advanced knowledge of and compliance with the Admission, Review, and Dismissal (ARD) Committee process.
• Knowledge of the development and implementation of the Individual Education Plan (IEP) process.
• Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Strong computer skills to implement multiple and diverse programs.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Learn and implement teaching curriculum software programs.
• Communicate effectively with all levels of students with disabilities, parents, support staff, and Administration.
• Ability to effectively interpret policy, procedures, and student data, such as diagnostic test results and assessments.
• Ability to transition with district, campus, and/or department changes.
• Ability to communicate effectively with and receive guidance from supervisors.

• Work collaboratively with campus administration to review special education records according to timelines.
• Complete necessary documents for and actively participate in Admission, Review, and Dismissal (ARD) meetings to ensure the appropriate placement and development of individual education plans for students with disabilities according to timelines.
• Actively contribute to and participate in Full and Individual Evaluations/Review of Existing Evaluation Data (REED) for students with special needs and determination of special education eligibility according to timelines.
• Collaborate with special education teachers, service providers, and administrators to provide special education accommodations and services to special needs learners.
• Ensure student individualized education programs (IEPs) are appropriately written and implemented.
• Ensure that student progress is evaluated on a regular basis, and that the findings are used to make special education services more effective.
• Update and send IEP Progress Reports and Report Cards to parents within timelines.
• Plan the necessary time, resources, and materials to support special education staff in accomplishing the educational goals of students receiving special education services.
• Ensure compliance with all state‑mandated assessments and alternative assessments, including their selection and administration.
• Serve as the campus resource person and trainer for all campus staff to support students with disabilities.
• Ensure that campus curriculum implementation is responsive to student needs.
• Seek assistance as needed from campus support staff, administration, or the…